BENEATH SPRINGHILL: THE MAURICE RUDDICK STORY
Created by Beau Dixon
Music & lyrics by Rob Fortin & Susan Newman
Originally directed & developed by Linda Kash
Trapped. 4,000 feet underground. With no food, little air, and even less hope of survival. Remarkably and against all odds, the indomitable spirit and song of coal miner Maurice Ruddick served as a lifeline for his fellow miners over nine unimaginable days.
This is the inspiring true story of the African-Canadian “singing miner” that emerged from the 1958 Springhill, Nova Scotia, mining disaster. Journey with this award-winning one-person show that recalls the tense historic events and celebrates hope, courage, and community.
Running time: approx. 1h 10m (no intermission)
CONTENT ADVISORY
This performance contains mature and racially charged language. Theatrical devices such as water-based fog and haze and flashing lights may occur in this production. Please contact our box office for more information.
Schedule
| Venue | Date | |
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NORTH VANCOUVER The BlueShore at CapU 604.990.7810 |
January 5 | BUY TICKETS |
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NEW WESTMINSTER Anvil Centre 604.521.5050 |
January 6 & 7 | BUY TICKETS |
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SURREY Surrey Arts Centre 604.501.5566 |
January 9–20 | BUY TICKETS |
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MISSION Clarke Theatre 604.687.1644 |
January 21 | BUY TICKETS |
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COQUITLAM Evergreen Cultural Centre 604.927.6555 |
January 23–27 | BUY TICKETS |
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WEST VANCOUVER Kay Meek Arts Centre 604.981.6335 |
February 1 & 2 | BUY TICKETS |
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MAPLE RIDGE The ACT Arts Centre 604.476.2787 |
February 3 & 4 | BUY TICKETS |
Videos
Photos
Jeremiah Sparks in Beneath Springhill, 2021: set design by Ted Roberts; costume design by Alaia Hamer; lighting design by Jeff Harrison; photo by Moonrider Productions for the Arts Club Theatre Company
Jeremiah Sparks in Beneath Springhill, 2021: set design by Ted Roberts; costume design by Alaia Hamer; lighting design by Jeff Harrison; photo by Moonrider Productions for the Arts Club Theatre Company
Jeremiah Sparks in Beneath Springhill, 2021: set design by Ted Roberts; costume design by Alaia Hamer; lighting design by Jeff Harrison; photo by Moonrider Productions for the Arts Club Theatre Company
Jeremiah Sparks in Beneath Springhill, 2021: set design by Ted Roberts; costume design by Alaia Hamer; lighting design by Jeff Harrison; photo by Moonrider Productions for the Arts Club Theatre Company
Jeremiah Sparks in Beneath Springhill, 2021: set design by Ted Roberts; costume design by Alaia Hamer; lighting design by Jeff Harrison; photo by Moonrider Productions for the Arts Club Theatre Company
Jeremiah Sparks in Beneath Springhill, 2021: set design by Ted Roberts; costume design by Alaia Hamer; lighting design by Jeff Harrison; photo by Moonrider Productions for the Arts Club Theatre Company
Jeremiah Sparks in Beneath Springhill, 2021: set design by Ted Roberts; costume design by Alaia Hamer; lighting design by Jeff Harrison; photo by Moonrider Productions for the Arts Club Theatre Company
The quintessential Canadian story
— Vancouver Sun
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